Newswise News from Florida State University display Latest news from Florida State University on Newswise en-us Copyright 2024 Newswise Newswise News from Florida State University 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif FAMU-FSU College of Engineering researchers examine how drought and water volume affect nutrients in Apalachicola River /articles/famu-fsu-college-of-engineering-researchers-examine-how-drought-and-water-volume-affect-nutrients-in-apalachicola-river/?sc=rsin /articles/famu-fsu-college-of-engineering-researchers-examine-how-drought-and-water-volume-affect-nutrients-in-apalachicola-river/?sc=rsin Thu, 05 Sep 2024 18:05:41 EST New research led by FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Assistant Professor Ebrahim Ahmadisharaf examined how drought and water volume in the Lower Apalachicola River watershed affect nitrogen and phosphorous, crucial nutrients for a healthy aquatic ecosystem. Florida State University Analyzing violent behavior: FSU expert available to discuss the motives of mass killings /articles/analyzing-violent-behavior-fsu-expert-available-to-discuss-the-motives-of-mass-killings/?sc=rsin /articles/analyzing-violent-behavior-fsu-expert-available-to-discuss-the-motives-of-mass-killings/?sc=rsin Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:05:46 EST By: Stephen Stone | Published: September 5, 2024 | 10:27 am | SHARE: The United States has endured 30 mass killings in 2024, according to a database utilized by the Associated Press and USA Today.Florida State University professor Emma Fridel is available to speak with reporters and provide analysis on the factors surrounding mass violence. Florida State University Power of plants: FAMU-FSU College of Engineering researchers develop biomass-based polymer that can absorb and release carbon dioxide /articles/power-of-plants-famu-fsu-college-of-engineering-researchers-develop-biomass-based-polymer-that-can-absorb-and-release-carbon-dioxide/?sc=rsin /articles/power-of-plants-famu-fsu-college-of-engineering-researchers-develop-biomass-based-polymer-that-can-absorb-and-release-carbon-dioxide/?sc=rsin Mon, 26 Aug 2024 11:05:16 EST A new, biomass-based material developed by FAMU-FSU College of Engineering researchers can be used to repeatedly capture and release carbon dioxide. The material is primarily made from lignin, an organic molecule that is a main component of wood and other plants, and it can take up carbon dioxide (CO2) from concentrated sources or directly from the air. Florida State University FAMU-FSU College of Engineering research shows how insulin, zinc and pH can block harmful protein clumps linked to Type 2 diabetes /articles/famu-fsu-college-of-engineering-research-shows-how-insulin-zinc-and-ph-can-block-harmful-protein-clumps-linked-to-type-2-diabetes/?sc=rsin /articles/famu-fsu-college-of-engineering-research-shows-how-insulin-zinc-and-ph-can-block-harmful-protein-clumps-linked-to-type-2-diabetes/?sc=rsin Thu, 22 Aug 2024 11:05:50 EST New research led by Ayyalusamy Ramamoorthy, a professor at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering and the Florida State University-headquartered National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, shows how zinc, pH levels and insulin work together to inhibit the buildup of protein clumps that contribute to Type 2 diabetes. Florida State University New FSU research shows statistical analysis can detect when ChatGPT is used to cheat on multiple-choice chemistry exams /articles/new-fsu-research-shows-statistical-analysis-can-detect-when-chatgpt-is-used-to-cheat-on-multiple-choice-chemistry-exams/?sc=rsin /articles/new-fsu-research-shows-statistical-analysis-can-detect-when-chatgpt-is-used-to-cheat-on-multiple-choice-chemistry-exams/?sc=rsin Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:05:51 EST Research by a Florida State University chemist and colleague revealed how the use of ChatGPT to cheat on general chemistry multiple-choice exams can be detected through specific statistical methods Florida State University Think fast -- or not: FSU research describes mathematics behind decision making /articles/think-fast-or-not-fsu-research-describes-mathematics-behind-decision-making/?sc=rsin /articles/think-fast-or-not-fsu-research-describes-mathematics-behind-decision-making/?sc=rsin Mon, 12 Aug 2024 16:05:32 EST New research from a Florida State University professor and colleagues explains the mathematics behind how initial predispositions and additional information affect decision making. Florida State University FSU researchers show potential of new treatment for pediatric brain cancer /articles/fsu-researchers-show-potential-of-new-treatment-for-pediatric-brain-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/fsu-researchers-show-potential-of-new-treatment-for-pediatric-brain-cancer/?sc=rsin Mon, 12 Aug 2024 09:05:30 EST Florida State University researchers are giving oncologists another tool in their fight against pediatric brain cancer.In work published in Bioactive Materials, a research team led by Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Professor Qing-Xiang "Amy" Sang showed the possibility of enhancing natural killer immune cells to improve their ability to attack a rare pediatric brain cancer. Florida State University FSU faculty available to comment for back-to-school coverage /articles/fsu-faculty-available-to-comment-for-back-to-school-coverage/?sc=rsin /articles/fsu-faculty-available-to-comment-for-back-to-school-coverage/?sc=rsin Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:05:50 EST By: Bill Wellock | Published: August 6, 2024 | 2:35 pm | SHARE: Teachers are preparing lesson plans and students are gathering supplies. School will soon be back in session around the country.Florida State University's education faculty are experts in researching the effectiveness of teaching practices and other measures to improve student success. Florida State University Building a better surgeon: FAMU-FSU College of Engineering researchers develop artificial intelligence tool for surgical training /articles/building-a-better-surgeon-famu-fsu-college-of-engineering-researchers-develop-artificial-intelligence-tool-for-surgical-training/?sc=rsin /articles/building-a-better-surgeon-famu-fsu-college-of-engineering-researchers-develop-artificial-intelligence-tool-for-surgical-training/?sc=rsin Fri, 02 Aug 2024 11:05:44 EST New research from the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering could help give surgeons better training for their crucial work. The Google endowed dean of the college, Suvranu De, led the development of an AI-powered tool that helps to train surgeons by analyzing video of their surgical technique and providing feedback. Florida State University Florida State Faculty to Share Insights for 2024 Back-To-School Virtual Media Briefing /articles/florida-state-faculty-to-share-insights-for-2024-back-to-school-virtual-media-briefing/?sc=rsin /articles/florida-state-faculty-to-share-insights-for-2024-back-to-school-virtual-media-briefing/?sc=rsin Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:05:07 EST For media seeking commentary for back-to-school stories and other education coverage, FSU faculty will participate in a virtual media briefing Aug. 6. Faculty with expertise in literacy and language development, school psychology and counseling, autism and intellectual disability, and mathematics education will be available to answer questions. Florida State University FSU researchers identify unique phenomenon in Kagome metal /articles/fsu-researchers-identify-unique-phenomenon-in-kagome-metal/?sc=rsin /articles/fsu-researchers-identify-unique-phenomenon-in-kagome-metal/?sc=rsin Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:05:13 EST A new study led by Florida State University Assistant Professor of Physics Guangxin Ni focuses on how a particular Kagome metal interacts with light to generate what are known as plasmon polaritons -- nanoscale-level linked waves of electrons and electromagnetic fields in a material, typically caused by light or other electromagnetic waves. Florida State University FSU to co-sponsor international quantum symposium /articles/fsu-to-co-sponsor-international-quantum-symposium/?sc=rsin /articles/fsu-to-co-sponsor-international-quantum-symposium/?sc=rsin Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:05:25 EST By: Bill Wellock | Published: July 22, 2024 | 3:10 pm | SHARE: Florida State University is partnering with the University of Florida (UF) to bring a flagship symposium in quantum materials to the state.The 2024 International Symposium on Quantum Fluids and Solids will take place July 24-30 in Jacksonville, Fla. The event brings scientists and engineers whose work explores the workings of materials characterized by quantum mechanics, a branch of physics that describes the behavior of particles at very small scales, such as atoms, molecules and subatomic particles. Florida State University FSU experts available for context on 2024 Olympics /articles/fsu-experts-available-for-context-on-2024-olympics/?sc=rsin /articles/fsu-experts-available-for-context-on-2024-olympics/?sc=rsin Tue, 09 Jul 2024 12:05:05 EST By: Bill Wellock | Published: July 9, 2024 | 12:21 pm | SHARE: Athletes, spectators and media from around the world will travel to Paris later this month for the 2024 Olympics.The games run from July 26 through Aug. 11. Major international sporting events such as the Olympics bring a level of spectacle and scrutiny unlike many others. Florida State University FSU names esteemed family physician, education leader as College of Medicine dean /articles/fsu-names-esteemed-family-physician-education-leader-as-college-of-medicine-dean/?sc=rsin /articles/fsu-names-esteemed-family-physician-education-leader-as-college-of-medicine-dean/?sc=rsin Mon, 01 Jul 2024 16:05:04 EST Florida State University Provost Jim Clark has announced Dr. Alma Littles as the new dean of the College of Medicine. She begins in the role today. Littles has served as interim dean of the college since February 2023 and as a senior associate dean for medical education and academic affairs for nearly 20 years. Florida State University Understanding quantum states: New FAMU-FSU research shows importance of precise topography in solid neon qubits /articles/understanding-quantum-states-new-famu-fsu-research-shows-importance-of-precise-topography-in-solid-neon-qubits/?sc=rsin /articles/understanding-quantum-states-new-famu-fsu-research-shows-importance-of-precise-topography-in-solid-neon-qubits/?sc=rsin Wed, 26 Jun 2024 16:05:26 EST A study led by FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Professor Wei Guo that was published in Physical Review Letters shows new insight into the quantum state that describes the condition of electrons on an electron-on-solid-neon quantum bit, information that can help engineers build this innovative technology. Florida State University Secrets of Drop Stains Unveiled: New FSU Research Decodes Chemical Composition From Simple Photos /articles/secrets-of-drop-stains-unveiled-new-fsu-research-decodes-chemical-composition-from-simple-photos/?sc=rsin /articles/secrets-of-drop-stains-unveiled-new-fsu-research-decodes-chemical-composition-from-simple-photos/?sc=rsin Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:00:00 EST New research by scientists in the Florida State University Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry uses the patterns formed by a dried salt solution to train a machine learning algorithm that can identify the chemical composition of different salts. Florida State University FSU expert available for coverage of South Florida flooding /articles/fsu-expert-available-for-coverage-of-south-florida-flooding/?sc=rsin /articles/fsu-expert-available-for-coverage-of-south-florida-flooding/?sc=rsin Fri, 14 Jun 2024 16:05:16 EST Florida State University FSU researchers expand trauma-based services for youth incarcerated in adult correctional settings /articles/fsu-researchers-expand-trauma-based-services-for-youth-incarcerated-in-adult-correctional-settings/?sc=rsin /articles/fsu-researchers-expand-trauma-based-services-for-youth-incarcerated-in-adult-correctional-settings/?sc=rsin Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:05:37 EST Researchers at the Florida State University College of Social Work are expanding their work in criminal justice settings to offer trauma-based behavioral health programming to youth 21 and under in adult jail settings. Florida State University ASPIRE: FSU faculty members lead work to craft sustainable solutions for a resilient future /articles/aspire-fsu-faculty-members-lead-work-to-craft-sustainable-solutions-for-a-resilient-future/?sc=rsin /articles/aspire-fsu-faculty-members-lead-work-to-craft-sustainable-solutions-for-a-resilient-future/?sc=rsin Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:05:32 EST Four Florida State University researchers are helping lead the way in developing sustainable solutions to challenges facing the global community, thanks to support from the Office of the President's Sustainability and Climate Solutions seed grant investment. Florida State University Five questions: FAMU-FSU College of Engineering professor explains how his work helps protect communities from hurricane winds /articles/five-questions-famu-fsu-college-of-engineering-professor-explains-how-his-work-helps-protect-communities-from-hurricane-winds/?sc=rsin /articles/five-questions-famu-fsu-college-of-engineering-professor-explains-how-his-work-helps-protect-communities-from-hurricane-winds/?sc=rsin Wed, 12 Jun 2024 18:05:21 EST Florida State University